Alternative Names
Removal of parathyroid gland; Parathyroid gland removal
Risks:
Risks for any anesthesia include the following:
- Reactions to medications
- Problems breathing
Risks for any surgery include the following:
Additional risks for parathyroidectomy include the following:
- Injury to the thyroid gland
- Hypoparathyroidism (leading to dangerously low calcium levels)
- Injury to the vocal cord nerves